Francis Xavier Daly, 67, well known to many as Frank, Doc, Fran, and "band dad" passed away on May 6, 2020 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Frank was born to the late Rosemarie (Collins) and Francis Daly in South Philadelphia. At the age of six Frank's family moved to Northeast Philadelphia. Frank graduated from St. Timothy Catholic grade school. In 1966 Frank's family moved to the Far Northeast where he attended Archbishop Ryan High School. He was very proud of his alma mater, as a 1970 graduate he boasted about being the first four year class at Ryan. He also took great pride in being a varsity football player all four years, although technically that was against league regulations.  After High School, Frank was offered a partial scholarship to The University of Pittsburgh, but Frank had dreams of becoming a Philadelphia Police officer and in 1974 that dream came true when he was offered a spot in the incoming recruit class. Frank spent his time in the force in the 18 ^th , 39 ^th , and central detectives. In 1999, after 25 years on the force, Frank retired. Upon retirement Frank had various careers, he was always seeking opportunity and was never afraid to take a chance. Frank's careers ranged from private investigator, to security, to the head of the Criminal Justice Department at CHI Institute.

Anyone familiar with Frank knew about his love for the Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies. Throughout the years he traveled far and wide to attend games. He was a 20+ year season ticket holder for the Eagles and within the past few years had taken the time to do a partial season for the Phillies.

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Frank's greatest accomplishment was his family. He constantly bragged about his children and grandchildren. Frank was the helper to all, he stood outside of the spotlight, but he was always there. He loved having a big family and always made himself available to be the fan for all the accomplishments, games, graduations, and shows.

Frank is survived by his children, Maureen Daly Schwegler, Francis Xavier Daly III, Susan Daly Hemphill, and Kelly Daly (John Collins). He was the proud Pop to Kylie, Christina, Brynn, Connal, William, Maya, Amelia, Melanie, April, Callaghan, Bobbi, Grace, and Brayden and step Pop to Kevin, Meghan, and Colleen. Frank was the loving brother to Patricia Daly and brother in law James Verdon. Frank was uncle Fran to James (Jackie), Brian (Aimee), Melissa (Jason), and great uncle to Brittney (Cody), Chaz, Kori, Alanya, Maggie, Brian, and Ayden. Frank also leaves behind his true love, Valerie Craig.

Frank was preceded in death by his sister, Rosemary Verdon, his niece, Deborah Verdon, his daughter in law Shannon Dunne, and his son in law John Hemphill.

Due to the restriction of COVID-19, services will be private. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later time.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the FOP Survivors Fund. www.fop5.org

On behalf of the Daly Family we would like to send our sincere appreciation for the outpouring of love during this difficult time.